Port Isaac
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Port Isaac has been an attractive fishing village since the early fourteenth century. Its narrow streets are lined with old white-washed cottages and traditional slate-fronted Cornish houses. It was the location for the television series of Poldark.
Fishing and scenic trips can be taken from the harbour during the summer months. Both Port Isaac and nearby Port Gaverne are within what is both an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a Heritage Coast Area. Consequently, there are lots of lovely walks along the coast and inland.
Although Port Isaac has only a shingle beach, there are other attractive sandy beaches within a short distance. Four miles away is Polzeath, the area’s best surfing beach, and around the same distance away is Daymer Bay, a beach welcoming both families and pets.
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Martyn Dempsey - Port Isaac based artist painting mostly landscapes (including of Cornwall) and abstracts
Port Isaac Pottery - Handthrown stoneware by Barbara and Michael Hawkins. Inspiration for form and decoration taken from Port Isaac's small harbour, fish and local fauna and flora
The Crows Nest - Port Isaac - Menus created with locally produced ingredients, including freshly caught seafood landed at Port Isaac.
The Slipway Hotel, Port Isaac - Unique reputation for the quality and value of its seafood and fresh fish, which is predominantly Cornish caught.